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Electrolyte beverages can help your body stay balanced − but may worsen symptoms if you’re sick

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In 1965 , Dr. Robert Cade created Gatorade to help football players combat heat exhaustion and muscle cramps during long practices in extreme temperatures.

Cade's winning formula of water, sodium, potassium and sugar works effectively with the human body to keep users hydrated.

Electrolytes get their “electro’ name from having an electrical charge when dissolved in water.

Many traditional sports drinks have a high sugar content aimed at refueling lost energy during a workout.

When that same sugar content is introduced to an upset gastrointestinal tract, it can pull in extra water, leading to diarrhea.

Opt for a lower-sugar electrolyte beverage like Pedialyte or even a broth-based soup.

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